Maintenance Technician (2nd, 3rd, or Weekend Shift)

Briess Industries•Chilton, WI

1d•$30 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

With the expansion of our Maintenance Team, Briess is currently looking for Full Time Team Members to join our Maintenance Team. These positions can be on either our 2nd, 3rd, or weekend shift. Briess Industries is a leading manufacturer of malted barley and other natural specialty food ingredients. We have been family owned and operated since 1876. We embrace a family culture that motivates, inspires and encourages Team Members to engage and develop their full potential, both professionally and personally. The Maintenance Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing equipment and facilities within a food ingredients manufacturing environment. This role ensures optimal equipment performance, minimizes downtime, and supports safe, efficient production while maintaining strict adherence to food safety and regulatory standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required; technical degree or certification preferred
2–5+ years of maintenance experience in manufacturing, preferably food or regulated industry
Experience working with industrial machinery and production equipment
Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
Knowledge of PLCs, sensors, motors, and control systems preferred
Familiarity with welding, fabrication, and basic machining a plus
Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Responsibilities

Perform preventative maintenance on processing, packaging, and utility equipment
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
Diagnose equipment failures and implement effective corrective actions
Maintain and service motors, conveyors, pumps, mixers, filling lines, and other production equipment
Execute scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) programs to reduce equipment downtime
Assist in developing and improving maintenance procedures and schedules
Utilize predictive maintenance tools and techniques when applicable
Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns to minimize production interruptions
Identify root causes of equipment issues and recommend long-term solutions
Communicate with production and leadership regarding equipment status and repair timelines
Maintain building systems including HVAC, plumbing, compressed air, and utilities
Perform general facility repairs and upkeep as needed
Ensure all maintenance work supports sanitary and food-safe conditions
Adhere to OSHA safety standards and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures
Maintain proper documentation of maintenance activities and repairs
Support internal and external audits and inspections
Record maintenance activities, work orders, and parts usage in CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System)
Assist in maintaining spare parts inventory and reorder levels
Ensure accurate documentation for compliance and traceability
Support efficiency, waste reduction, and cost-saving efforts
Adhere to all government and company safety, sanitation and GMP policies and regulations. Adhere to Food Safety, Quality and SQF Codes.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Benefits

Health Insurance (Effective the first of the month following 60 days of employment, $250 Deductible (Single) / $500 Deductible (Family), PPO Plan (United Health Care), 80%-20% in PPO / 60%-40% out of PPO, Prescription Drugs (Retail): Prescription Drugs (Mail Order-90 Day): Current Bi-Weekly Cost: Single $60 / Limited Family (Employee + Spouse OR Employee + Child(ren): $90 / Family: $104)
Dental Insurance (Effective the first of the month following 60 days of employment, $25 deductible, 100% Preventative (No Deductible) / 80% Basic / 50% Major/Orthodontics (up to age 19), Current Weekly Cost: Included in Health Cost)
Vision Insurance (In-Network: $0 exam / $130 allowance for frames / $0 lenses / $120 allowance for contact lenses, Current Weekly Cost: Included in Health Cost)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) (Effective the first of the month following 60 days of employment, Deductions are taken pre-tax, Amount Allowed for Medical $3,400 per calendar year, Amount Allowed for Dependent Care $7,500 per calendar year, Up to $680 may be rolled over into the next year, $450 Company Contribution after 1 year)
Short-Term Disability (Effective the first of the month following 60 days of employment, $500 per week for 26 weeks (1st day after injury / 8th day after illness))
Life Insurance (Effective the first of the month following 60 days of employment, $25,000 Life Insurance (Term), $25,000 Accidental Death and Dismemberment Benefit)
Vacation (1 week (prorated in your 1st year), 2 weeks after 2 years of service, 3 weeks after 7 years of service, 4 weeks after 12 years of service, 5 weeks after 18 years of service)
Holidays (8 full paid holidays / 2 (half-day) paid holidays (Includes 1 personal paid holidays))
401(k) Plan (100% match of the first 3 % / 50% match of the next 2%, Pre-tax or Roth contributions, Eligible the start of the quarter after 2 months of employment)
Profit Sharing Plan (5% Profit Sharing contributed to 401(K) plan)